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British writer Tom Rob Smith pens thrillers that take place in the Cold War-era Soviet Union. His protagonists are jaded, dogged secret policemen slogging through the daily horrors of Stalin's Russia. Smith lends atmosphere to his fast-paced novels with solid historical detail and entirely convincing characters. There's plenty of action in his books and plenty to think about as well. Even as he has you feverishly racing to the harrowing conclusion of each novel, Smith will have you mulling over the nature of duty, freedom, and love. Start with: Child 44

British writer Tom Rob Smith pens thrillers that take place in the Cold War-era Soviet Union. His protagonists are jaded, dogged secret policemen slogging through the daily horrors of Stalin's Russia. Smith lends atmosphere to his fast-paced novels with solid historical detail and entirely convincing characters. There's plenty of action in his books and plenty to think about as well. Even as he has you feverishly racing to the harrowing conclusion of each novel, Smith will have you mulling over the nature of duty, freedom, and love. Start with: Child 44